Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)Automation Systems and Production Informatics
Production processes are largely fully automated. Highly qualified engineers develop and optimise them innovatively and efficiently on the basis of Automation Systems. You too want to work in this high-tech sector? With a degree in Automation Systems and Production Informatics, you can get started in many industries and actively help shape the digitalisation of production.
You will be well positioned in the field of automation and digitalisation: Topics that are of great importance for companies in all sectors in the context of safeguarding the future and further development. Thanks to the hands-on training, you can be immediately employed as a fully-fledged specialist. You will have a wide range of skills to get you started straight away: With world market leaders in the automotive industry or in mechanical engineering, with their suppliers and with innovative medium-sized companies.
You will be choosing a study programme with a promising future
The level of automation in the factory of the future is very high – and so is the need for skilled workers:
in research, development and design
in customised mechanical engineering
in hardware and software development
in project planning and in project management
in service and in assembly
in consultancy, sales and marketing
Application/Admission
There are no admission restrictions for this degree programme. You enrol and secure your place on the degree programme for the upcoming semester.
Check the requirements Do you have a university entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur/Fachhochschulreife), a school leaving qualification from a country other than Germany, or a vocational qualification? If you do, you have already fulfilled the first requirement.
Apply to enrol When you have uploaded all your documents and certificates by the deadline specified and paid the mandatory fees and subscriptions, you must confirm your details and submit them to us. This automatically submits your enrolment application. You are then enrolled for the upcoming semester at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences. You will receive an email welcoming you to Esslingen and providing you with some initial information.
You are interested in computers and Information Technology.
You are interested in systematically analysing and solving problems.
Accuracy and openness to new things are some of the skills you have.
Maths and physics are not difficult for you at school.
You are in a particularly good position if you have already completed an apprenticeship in the technical field.
Open communication
During my studies at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences, I certainly appreciated the pleasant working atmosphere during the lectures and the open communication with my lecturers and the President’s Office. The lectures in combination with the associated labs helped me a lot in practice.
Arian Zeneli, Alumni of the Automation Systems and Production Informatics degree programme
What distinguishes usGood reasons for studying at Esslingen University
Modern laboratories
The high-tech laboratories cover the wide range of automation technology.
Guaranteed support
A preliminary course in maths and physics, welcome days and mentors make it easier to become familiar with everyday student life.
Collaboration
In joint projects with other students, you will develop soft skills such as teamwork and networking.
Business contacts
You will benefit from the numerous collaborations between Esslingen University of Applied Sciences and globally operating companies.
HighTech
The content of the study programme is close to the new technical developments, such as Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things.
Alternative study models
Study plus academic and vocational training with extended practice - vocational training, practical relevance and financial security.